Manitou Days

Manitou Days

Photo courtesy of Lisa Beecroft

JUNE

WaterFest 2017 | Celebrating in the most Minnesota way ever, WaterFest brings the whole family together to honor clean lakes and learn about water quality, wildlife, and land and water conservation. There will be games and prizes, live animals and music, art exhibits, food trucks, and more. June 3, 11 am–4 pm. Lake Phalen

Medallion Hunt | Kicking off the annual Manitou Days celebration, the $1,000 Medallion Hunt is one of the most popular events. June 15 until found. New clue every day at 6 pm. manitoudays.com

5K Run and Walk | This annual Manitou Days 5K gets families moving together. Admission is $35 per person. June 16, 5:45 pm. Starts at the White Bear Marina and ends at West Park. 651-426-1919

Grande Parade | There will be floats, musical groups, and marching bands from local businesses and organizations. June 16, 6:30 pm (rain or shine). Downtown White Bear Lake, manitoudays.com

Beach Dance with Hornucopia | Kids and adults are welcome to grab a blanket and lawn chair for live music. $5 per person, and free for kids under 10. June 16, 8 pm–11 pm. Memorial Beach, 651-653-5122, explorewhitebear.org

Ladies of the Lake Market | Check out a variety of locally owned shops with vintage, unique, and chic finds. June 17. Railroad Park, 651-335-4366

Ski Otter Water Ski Show | This family-friendly water show combines aquatics with fitness and agility. Watch the Ski Otter Water Ski Team’s special performance. Concessions available. June 18, 21, 24, 25, and July 2, 6 pm. Little Goose Lake (Hoffman Rd. off Hwy. 61), 651-351-0001

Bear Boating | An exciting excursion for all ages on the Bear Boating pontoon boat. Sign up the day of the event at the boat landing. June 24,10 am–2:30 pm. Next to VFW Dock, 651-426-6759, bearboating.org

13th Annual Pet Parade, Contestand Blessing | A walk, a pet contest, and special wellness blessing. Pre-registration is encouraged. June 25, 11:30 am. Civil War Monument at Clark Ave. and 2nd St. (parade), and St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church, 2175 1st St. (blessing), 651-292-9343

Tally’s Dockside Music by the Water | Bring friends to the seasonal restaurant on the water for top-notch barbecue, games, giveaways, and live music. (Live music every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, June 14–July 1. Plus music on July 4.) June 30,3 pm–9 pm. 4441 Lake Ave. S., 651-429-2633, tallysdockside.com

Yoga Brew | LifeCore Yoga and Big Wood Brewery team up to benefit local nonprofit Merrick, Inc., which provides adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities with work and life-enrichment opportunities. All are welcome. $25. June 20, 7 pm–8 pm. Kellermans Event Center, lifecoreyoga.com/events

Dragon Boat Paddling | The all-women Off The Edge Dragon Boat team takes dragon boats out every half hour and accepts donations throughout the year in support of those affected by breast cancer. June 24, 10 am–1 pm. Boat Works Marina, Deck E, 651-253-1148, facebook.com/offtheedgedragonboatteam